Bellingham, MA vs Maynard, MA

Bellingham, MA and Maynard, MA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.5% difference in their overall index. Bellingham scores 131 while Maynard scores 130 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bellingham is $1,995/month compared to $1,678/month in Maynard — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maynard has cheaper rent, Bellingham actually has lower median home values ($385,300 vs $494,200).

Median household income in Bellingham is $88,731 compared to $119,549 in Maynard (-25.8%). Maynard offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bellingham spend roughly 27% of their income on rent, more than the 16.8% in Maynard.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52°F vs 50.5°F). Bellingham receives more rainfall at 43.9" per year compared to 42.6" in Maynard.